Julian Of Norwich

Julian of Norwich is a book written by the renowned author Evelyn Underhill, which delves into the life and teachings of the medieval mystic Julian of Norwich. Julian of Norwich was a 14th-century English anchoress who wrote the first book in English known to have been written by a woman, Revelations of Divine Love. In this book, Underhill provides a comprehensive look at Julian's life, including her religious experiences and her writings. The author explores Julian's theology, which was centered around the idea of God as a loving and compassionate being, and her belief in the importance of prayer and contemplation. Underhill also examines the historical context in which Julian lived, including the Black Death and the religious turmoil of the time. The book includes excerpts from Julian's writings, as well as commentary and analysis from Underhill. Overall, Julian of Norwich is a fascinating exploration of the life and teachings of a remarkable woman who has had a profound impact on Christian spirituality. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of Christian mysticism or the role of women in religious history.THIS 22 PAGE ARTICLE WAS EXTRACTED FROM THE BOOK: The Essentials of Mysticism and Other Essays, by Evelyn Underhill. To purchase the entire book, please order ISBN 0766147088.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.